Is Your Area Rug Too Small? No Problem

I find that most clients undersize, rather than oversize their home decor accessories. What I mean is: they underestimate the size lamps, hanging light fixtures, and rugs they need for their space. I can assure you that a 4×6 is NEVER large enough for anchoring a seating area with a sofa.

But what if you already have a rug you love that’s too small and you can’t afford the larger version? The Decorologist to the rescue: layer another rug beneath the smaller! I’ve been craving a cowhide lately, and I think they look great on top of larger area rugs.

Almost any rug that feels just a bit too small can be stretched into service with a layer beneath that’s at least a bit larger. It might be worth buying the higher-end rug in a 5×8 and layering it over a much less expensive 8×10 neutral fiber rug.

Great tip Kristie!!
I just successfully did this in a Guest Bedroom for a client, we layered a colorful striped rug on a simple sisal due to the fact that the room was huge and felt cold without it. This simple tip did the trick.
I love your blog and witting style! Keep the posts coming.
Happy 4th!!
Jennifer

Hm, I was going to post about this very same problem! LOL. Same wavelength again. As for furniture, it’s not people’s fault. Most of what is in stores is grossly oversize – furniture makers are so not in touch with the average house!